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armasuisse Insights

Every month, we provide you with information on an exciting topic related to armasuisse. You will be given insights into projects, learn all there is to know about armasuisse-specific subjects and much more. See below for an overview of the entire «armasuisse Insights» series.

Overview of the latest Insights series

Endangered yellow-bellied toad in the newly created wetland.

25 July 2024

Endangered yellow-bellied toad on the Alpnach military airfield

Eight new spawning waters on the Alpnach military airfield are encouraging biodiversity and creating an ideal habitat for the native amphibians. These include the endangered yellow-bellied toad.

18 July 2024

Recycling on the Turtmann training area

On the former Turtmann military airfield at the foot of the Valais Alps, new levees are providing additional safety against falling rock. Apart from the Forces, the native fauna is also benefiting from the project.

The selective removal of flammable meadow plants, such as bracken, counteracts the risk of major fires on the dry Calanda target slope.

11 July 2024

The sunny side of the Chur military training ground

The infantry school on the Chur military training ground holds regular shooting practice. Sparks are inevitable, increasing the risk of fire on the dry slope of the Calanda. Active management can reduce the risk of fire considerably, and increase biodiversity.